Following Real Madrid and Barcelona's latest league wins, the football world has already turned its attention to Tuesday’s 'Copa del Rey' semi-final second leg.

Messi is fully aware of what is at stake: "We know that we'll have to play to the best of our ability against Madrid because it's a great team with outstanding players. The team is in great physical form, despite our last two games not being our best. We have to get back to playing as we always do. We can't dwell on the AC Milan result".

Recalling what happened after the last game at the Bernabeu and his incident with Arbeloa and Karanka, the Argentine stated: "The criticism doesn't bother me, especially knowing where it's come from".

Leo doesn't think that his team depends on his personal performances: "I've been used to playing in every game for a long time and I think that my physical fitness is improving. I perform better without a break", he said.

"What's important is for the team to regain its previous form. It's great if I can help by scoring. I hope that both my teammates and I put in a good performance on Tuesday in order to qualify for the final, which is what's most important to us".

Barcelona wants to win every trophy it's playing for: "Once we hang up our boots people will appreciate exactly what this team achieved during its time. If we do things well, it's in our hands".

Messi has fond memories of his best goals: "For me, my most memorable goals are the ones I scored in Champions League finals".